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Diamond Q&A

By Mike Fried,

Diamond Q&A

In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.

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Q&A: Choosing a 2 Ct. Round or Cushion Cut Diamond With Around $20k Budget

Good Afternoon Experts, I would like to get a diamond for an engagement ring. I have been gone through so many diamonds on websites but mainly on Blue Nile. Would you let me know if the below diamonds are worth the cost? Which one do you think better? Does the fluorescence really matter? Sorry I …



Q&A: Help Finding a 3 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With Filigree

Q&A: Help Finding a 3 Ct. Round Diamond for a Platinum Setting With Filigree

Is ‘The Gem Guide’ publication truly a wholesale price guide? I’m interested in purchasing a round cut diamond, excellent or Ideal cut, VVS2 or better, H or better, no fluorescence, 3 to 3-1/2 carats. Do any of the above benchmarks represent a poor value, ie – would anyone other than a jeweler see a difference …


Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With Around $1,000 Budget

Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for a Solitaire With Around $1,000 Budget

Hi there , I’ve seen a 0.47 round diamond colour G good cut clarity VS1 for 1350 on Blue Nile. I’ve also seen a 0.5 round diamond, same colour but S1 clarity. I’m not sure whether I should take clarity into consideration over the size of the diamond. Any help would be appreciated. It’s important …






About the author

Mike Fried Mike Fried Mike Fried has over 25 years experience in the diamond industry working with Leo Schachter Diamonds, Moshe Namdar Diamonds, and joining The Diamond Pro in 2007. He is recognized as an industry expert and has been quoted in publications such as Us, People, Page Six, The Next Web and more.

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